Published: 17.10.2026
The .uy extension is the country-code domain of Uruguay, a South American country on the Atlantic coast, with its capital in Montevideo. Wineries, software studios, exporters and tourism businesses use it to show a clear link to Uruguay and to Spanish-speaking customers. Use the availability form below this text to see whether your name in .uy is still available.
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A short history
Uruguay has its own national code, and the zone has grown alongside the country's digital services. Today it covers a wide range of Uruguayan activity, from wineries and farms to shops, festivals and businesses in Montevideo and along the coastal resorts.
Who runs it
Names in the zone are recorded in a central registry, which publishes the conditions that apply to holders. Registrars sell names and pass the orders on, so the registry's current terms are the reference point for eligibility, contact details and renewal. Check them before you choose a name, and again when it is due for renewal.
Rules in practice
- Holder conditions: some zones tie eligibility to the holder's location or status, so check the requirements first.
- Contact details: information must match the official records of the holder, and it can be verified when required.
- Characters: names use letters, digits and hyphens, and the length limits set by the registry apply.
- Accents: Spanish accents and the letter ñ may not be supported in every case, so test the spelling with the registrar before you plan around it.
Who uses .uy
- Wineries and food producers that sell to buyers in Uruguay and abroad.
- Software studios and digital agencies based in Montevideo and other cities.
- Tour operators, hotels and holiday rentals in the coastal resorts and the countryside.
- Schools, cultural festivals, media and community groups that serve a Uruguayan audience.
Strengths
- The ending gives a clear local link, so visitors and partners know at once where a business is based.
- Spanish is the main language of the country, so a .uy site can address its readers in their own language.
- The two-letter code is short and easy to print on a label, a bottle or a shop sign.
Things to keep in mind
- A .uy name points to one country, so a business with customers across Latin America may also need a broader address.
- Visitors who speak English may want the English name on the site as well, so include it on the pages aimed at them.
- Good short names may already be taken, so prepare a second choice with a place name or a product name.
- Terms for holders can change, so review the registration details regularly.
Tips before you register
- Look at the .com version of the name and at the directories where your customers search.
- Use the company name and address exactly as they appear in the official records.
- Write the site in Spanish first, and add English if you welcome visitors from abroad.
- Set up SPF, DKIM and DMARC records before you use the domain for mail.
- Give at least two trusted people access to the registrar account.
Frequently asked questions
Can someone outside Uruguay register a .uy name? Holder conditions may apply, so check the current rules before you order.
Should a wine brand choose .uy or .com? The choice depends on the market you serve. A local address suits domestic sales, while an export business may want both names.
Can I use Spanish accents in a .uy address? Accented letters may not be supported in every case, so test the address with the registrar and in several browsers before you print it.
